This is some wonderful coffee. And I mean wonderful, wonderful coffee. Quite possibly the best. Colin and I decided to pop in today because I'd heard so many wonderful things about the place and I wanted to find a nice coffee shop I can go to all the time. I think I found it. This is the cosiest wee place I've ever bean (HAHAHA IM HILARIOUS) (Ignore me I'm not funny). The coffee was absolutely excellent, my latte went down a treat, and the soup was genuinely to die for: a gorgeous sweetcorn and roast pepper soup. Mmm. Just what I needed on a day like today! The interior is wonderful. It's so rustic and hipster with random chairs and benches and tables, with games strewn everywhere such as scrabble, connect 4, etc. There's downstairs and upstairs seating, and the couch upstairs is covered in pillows and looks like the comfiest thing on this here planet! On top of all this wonderfulness, the staff are fantastic, they're so friendly and chatty and funny, and they gave me extra bread for my soup so I like them even more. If I don't see you here at some point, ill know you're not interested in having AMAZING coffee and you're probably in costa, pfft! read more

Artisan Roast - My fav place. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

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Artisan Roast, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for not visiting sooner. I guess it's because I'm the most half-assed coffee drinker going around (my current rate of coffee consumption is around one cup per month). Morning tea with Susan F made for a good reason to visit, and when I finally headed through those doors I was wowed from the outset. I really like the vibe of this place - there's lots of interesting, unusual decorations and the layout means there's lot of nooks and crannies to enjoy your tea/coffee/lunch without being too close to other people. I couldn't resist the food after having a quick look at the menu - the asparagus, Parmesan, boiled egg, pesto and rocket sandwich had my name on it. What an usual combination, but it was perfect - rich pesto, lashings of rocket and even the asparagus worked when I didn't expect it to. It felt like a very virtuous start to the day. There was quite a few people here for a Tuesday morning - students, but an older crowd and it wasn't too loud or crowded so we were able to get on with our chatting without being disturbed. The only negative thing I'd have to say is that the water glasses are incredibly small, and if I was hanging out here for a while I'd probably go stir crazy having to refill every 10 minutes or so. Apart from that, I thought Artisan Roast was great and I'm looking forward to my next visit - I might even have a coffee next time! read more

Artisan Roast - Asparagus, Parmesan, boiled egg, pesto and rocket sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

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Whenever I have a rare toddler free morning involving an even rarer spare half hour, I love to check out local places that I consider to be child-free zones. This is one of those places (in my view) due to its super cool vibe - defo a place where folk go to chill out - not listen to kiddie jibber jabber. Plus from the outside it looks pretty pokey! I was so excited/surprised to find that it's a venerable tardis of a place once over the threshold. Not huge huge but it stretches back and up over a mezzanine level. I was just in for a cup of tea & cake this time, and had the service not been so slow, they might have a 5 star from me. I was happy to linger and so this didn't pose an issue. The coffee board is extensive, the cakes look and taste amazing (I had pecan and walnut pie), the people watching scope endless! I smell a new fave hangout coming on! read more

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By the looks of the other reviews on yelp my view of this place does not match the general consensus. I went for my first ever visit on Saturday and to be honest I was very underwhelmed by the whole experience. These guys have a great reputation but it seems like they are stuck in the past. Staff were totally aloof and seemed to busy trying to be super bohemian to provide a decent level of service. My flat White took ages to arrive. The blueberry muffin was very bland. The decor inside and the furniture all just seemed a bit dirty and dilapidated. The coffee itself was fine but nothing special. Not at all what I was expecting from such a highly rated coffee shop. 2 stars I am afraid. read more

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Real specialty coffee! Flavors are on spot. Service is great. I chose the Date & Vailla scone and it was amazing! The decor is nice and relaxed with some cool furniture pieces. I like that it's not all flawless decor Definitely a must stop location. read more

Artisan Roast - Just a simple Latte. No sugar needed because it's incredible. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Artisan Roast is, and will always be, the most divisive coffee place in Glasgow. While the coffee and cakes are always excellent, the surroundings and clientele are too much for some to stomach. As anyone who has visited the sister branches in Edinburgh will attest, Artisan Roast has a style, and as a result it does attract a certain hipstery-boho clientele. Put it this way, There Will Be Topknots. I'm not saying it isn't nice, but I am acutely aware of myself when I sit in. But let us not detract from the basics. The coffee is always excellent, and they actually know what a flat white should taste like (i.e It shouldn't taste like two shots of burned coffee with a dribble of frothy milk). The cake selection is enticing and, though I haven't sampled it yet, the food looks tasty. Definitely worth your time if you like good coffee. As an aside, I was in Artisan Roast about 18 months ago and I witnessed a clearly tired father trying to coax his child into sitting quietly while he tried to enjoy his coffee. What did he use as bait to keep his child preoccupied? A babycino and Scrabble. read more

Artisan Roast - My coffee this morning. Not ideal when you pay £2.40. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

So I was in Glasgow so thought I would give one of the cappuccino's a go. I decided to sit in and enjoy the coffee, however I wasn't impressed at all. I have had way better cappuccino before. The think that I will always think of when I remember/ walk past artisan roast is the strange odour in the place. I would recommend trying tinderbox on byres road instead, they are much better. read more

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Disappointed is an understatement! I was really looking forward to trying out "the newest hipster coffee shop in town" but these guys are trying too hard. The Decor was cool all mis-matching furniture and the windows all steamed up. I ordered a latte, and after a extremely long wait our drinks arrive and it was average. I also had one of their blueberry muffin which again was average. The staff where just a bit rude to be honest. This little place has so much potential if they stop trying to be too cool as it's just coming across as an uncomfortable experience. read more

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Artisan Roast just has a way of making you feel like the coolest kid in town as soon as you walk in: chilled music, friendly hipstery staff, and this sensation that you have just stepped into an old cabin in the woods, with dim lights and cosy wooden furniture. So, once in, just let your sense guide you. There is always a random selection of freshly baked things...I would not start to tell you which one to pick, because they change all the time, but you'll never be unsatisfied, whether you go for the carrot cake or the blueberry muffin. They also have vegan things there to please everyone. Then, have a look at their brew bar, where they use all kinds of brewing techniques, to match with your choice of coffee from all over the world. It you want something more traditional, or just don't want to wait for a brew, which can be a bit lengthy, just grab an Americano to go, like I do, and have a perfect start of the day! read more

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In a nutshell, the Artisan Roast is really great coffee, accompanied with excellent food. Oh, and it's not too pricey either. We just had a lunch there if 2 coffees, one big slice of tart and a bowl of soup, it came to about £10. The tart was amazing, broccoli, rosemary and onion in a cream and cheese sauce, which I could have eaten a whole pan of. The soup today was roasted butternut squash and coconut milk, equally more-ish. I can recommend it enough, what a great wee place with great staff. read more

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Had the most amazing cinnamon bun here. Gorgeous and warm - tasted like heaven. Highly recommend getting one. The other pastries looked good too. Cappuccino was great, but the standard size is very small. Artisan Roast has a cozy atmosphere, lots of wood and a cute upstairs area but it was packed when I went around 1pm. I have a feeling its pretty packed throughout the day, so if you want to sit-in you might need to wait for a spot to open up. read more

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-attractive layout with lots of warm wood and a few window seats. The baked goods were the bomb. We washed down a lovely vegan, ginger-date cake slice with two well-made flat whites. The next time I went in I saw scones the size of grapefruits! I desperately wanted one, but wasn't terribly hungry and couldn't justify being a piggy. The piccolo that I ordered did me right. It was a powerful, little punch in a wee glass. Ahhh. Given that AR is by the uni, this joint is student central, and, as such, fun for people-watching exploits. Service was quite friendly (witty banter...blah...blah....blah) the first go 'round. The next day, on our second trip, service was rather non-verbal. You get what you get, I suppose. -don't much care as long as the espresso pulled is consistently tasty. read more

Artisan Roast is a nice spot with really lovely coffee. I'm a latte drinker--prefer the taste of espresso in general better than filter coffee--and Artisan Roast does not disappoint on that front. Their latte is smooth (not grainy...graininess is something I can't stand with coffee), and creamy, and full of flavor. This is a coffee that doesn't require sugar because the taste and flavor of the coffee itself is very high quality. I haven't had their other coffee options but understood from my friend who joined me on one of my visits to Artisan Roast that she enjoyed their Flat White. The atmosphere is warm and cozy--this spot is usually filled with students who are getting coffee and food while doing some work. But it also is a social spot, where friends come together to have a chat over some warm cup of coffee. It's great that this location has a small, loft-like upstairs. It is helpful to have the additional seating. It still makes this place best for either soloist or duo visitors or small groups of no larger, I'd say, than 4 people. Note in pictures that the atmosphere is bohemian style :) I haven't had Artisan Roast's food--I did have one of their baked goods one time but it wasn't bad but also wasn't particularly memorable. I haven't really felt inclined to try another one. There are other places that are better in my opinion. It's worth noting that they are more expensive than some of the other small cafes in the area. But only by about 10 p--in some cases, 20 p more. Good also to note that they do have loyalty cards...always nice to get a free cup from being a loyal follower and consumer! This shouldn't stop you because they have an excellent coffee that is sure to revive you when you need it most. read more

This has been my favorite coffee shop in Glasgow. I wish I didn't go here nearly every day because I swear I'm draining most my money here :P but how else will I get the perfect oatmilk flatwhite? The coffee roast is the absolute perfect balance - not too acidic and nice and earthy. Its got a lot of depth to it. The space is nice and cozy to hide inside on those cold winter days. Good ambience to meet friends for a coffee or study. read more

For a coffee shop with such a good reputation, I was extremely disappointed with my experience here. I popped in with some friends after the West End Festival parade - I fully appreciate that they'd have had a mega busy day, but it was fairly quiet when we arrived. There were at least 5 staff on - but not really doing much. Our table was filthy and we had to clear it ourselves (after unsuccessfully asking for this to be done). And whoever thought that having a table covered in wee spiky studs deserves a right good talking to. Or at least made to use only that table. Forever. Getting served was an issue - I was stood at the counter for 10 mins (no queue in front of me) before I was served. A further 15 mins before our coffees were brought over. Which were nice, but nothing special. I had a slice of caramel and date cake, which was also pretty good. For me, there are several much better places within a few minutes walk of here - and walking past Artisan Roast is exact what I'll be doing in the future. read more

I love experts. People who know how to do something exceptionally well. They have sacrificed other areas of knowledge to ensure that they are at the top of their chosen field. The folks here, especially the caffeine driven Kiwi Pixie, are experts on coffee delivery. They have stuff here that I have not seen outside of the continent for coffee making. First, a confession. I am a coffee snob. I am the fellow who brings grounds, filter paper and a cone to make his morning cup in the office. I understand that a Ugandan Organic Mbale Bugisu may not take the abuse that the crappy water from an office urn can dish out. So, I tend use more robust coffee for this purpose (like a Brazil Cerrado DP Fazenda Aurea). Now you may not understand that last paragraph, but the folks at AR certainly do. They are leading a charge to deliver the best coffee to everyone who comes through their door no matter what time of day. They have taken on the every part of the coffee production process in-house starting from roasting the green beans to handing you the cup to ensure it is done right. Who does that? Really - - Who the Hell Does THAT? It would be like a Italian restaurant chef drying and grinding his own 00 flour to ensure that your pasta is perfect. He would charge you a fortune for the privilege, Artisan Roast charges you for a cup of coffee. These people love coffee and I thought I was the only one. If you think that Starbucks is good coffee, and lots of you do. Get your butt in here. Afterwards you can thank me, personally. I do accept gifts. read more

I'm gonna keep this short and sweet. Latte yum, brownie yum again, wee oaty biscuit yum once more. Splendid spot for a coffee, chat and cakey/snacky goodness. read more

Argh! Im very conflicted as I write this review. On one hand I had a fab Elite night here trying the coffee which is amazing and eating the brownies which are insanely good. The staff were lovely, knew their stuff and I had a great night. However on the other hand I went in with my mum as a paying customer and was not overly impressed. I had to wait for the guy working there to finish his conversation with his friend before I got served (a good minute or so) and then it appeared as though serving me was a great trouble even though the place was dead. Also the food selection was unimpressive and the portion sizes of the dessert I bought my mum and me were rubbish - you know the boxes of 20 or so mini brownies you get from the supermarket? Well the brownie I got my mum was not much bigger than one of those mini things. Taking mums places need to be carefully thought out affairs where you show her that you live in a nice place and do nice things and she doesn't need to worry. You want her to be impressed, and she wasn't. Having said that the coffee is still yum and I'll give it another try one day. read more

Figured I should start reviewing since I depend on reviews so much in my own decision making! I'm not a coffee aficianado by any means, however I can recognise and appreciate a delicious, smooth, creamy latte when presented with one. And this place is easily my go to spot if I want a nice coffee. You wont receive a cup of hot coffee flavoured milk as per some other independant and chain coffee shops, this drink is the right size, temerature, taste and consistency...fior me any way! The surroundings are nice, comfortable and cozy. The staff polite and friendly. I often see people there who I suspect have been there for hours just relaxing then think, if you have been here for so long, you must have had a LOT of coffee in that time, therefore how can you possibly be so relaxed?! Confuses me... Not too sure about the snacks available, I have only tried carrot cake once which was nice enough, perhaps a bit dry...but thats what comes with the healthier options in life! Highly recommended! read more

So I never use to like Artisan Roast. The first time I entered the cafe was probably over 2 years ago when I first moved to Glasgow, and I remember not liking it. It was dingy, unfriendly and just seemed like an old antique shop. I changed my mind recently, I actually quite like Artisan Roast now! The atmosphere is a lot better and brighter, they have free wifi and yes, their coffee/hot chocolates are made quite well! Gian had their soy cappuccino and soy hot chocolate, and he loved it! He thought they made it really well, no curdling hooray!!! The few times I went for coffee, I had nothing to complain about either. We both also quite like their roast. The flavours are a bit more fruity compared to Dear Green. The cakes sell out quite fast by the end of the day because they don't have much choices to begin with, but usually they have some vegan or gluten-free options! Worth a try! I've had their loafs and it's nice. Depending on who's behind the counter, the staff members are alright. I've experienced both very friendly staff members and also ones that are a bit indifferent with customers, which is completely fine but would prefer a bit more warmth! Also, they tend to open until 6pm-8pm, depending on the day which is awesome, especially since the sunsets later now! Overall, def would go back as a spot to do work, especially during a rainy day because this cafe is super cozy and warm! read more

I promised I'd be back, having given Artisan Roast the benefit of the doubt before. But unfortunately my experience was all to similar to last time. Again the espresso was really burnt/bitter and acidic tasting and had an oily texture, not even slightly creamy like it should be. In my humble opinion, if the espresso ain't right then how can you make a good latte/cappuccino? I did also try a latte, this wasn't too bad and I like how the milk was steamed, nice and velvety and not too hot. The ambiance in this place is great however, I love the chilled out vibe and the great tunes on the stereo. However, the coffee did leave a bitter taste in my mouth, so its disappointing for a cafe which prides itself on making the best coffee in town. read more

Honestly the best coffee I've had since moving to Glasgow. These guys know what they are making and I'm thrilled that there are no "bucket / trough / vat" sizing options. There are great things to munch - I'm a big fan of the savoury brioche (affectionately known as cake bread by my friends) or the Anzac biscuits. It can be full of students, so sometimes getting somewhere to sit is an issue. But really this should just be a testament to how good they are! If you're really lucky they may well be roasting their own coffee that day too. I only wish I could attach the smell to convince you why I'm so addicted to this place! read more

I forgot I hadn't reviewed this place yet. Shame on me as I love this place. I must admit on my first visit I wouldn't have given it 5 stars...but that was only based on the customer service I received that day ~ I found the guy serving (who I actually haven't seen since then) to be quite stuck-up & a bit rude but I went back because the coffee & cake that I had was so good. Since then the staff have been nothing been lovely to me every time I've gone in so no complaints there at all now. I come here for the coffee. Don't get me wrong their freshly baked cakes/tray bakes are delicious (I especially like their vegan chocolate & lavender cake and blondies) and I have heard so are their soups/savoury foods, but it's for a really good, strong cup of coffee why I keep returning. My favourite being a soya flat white, slurp & yum. So flipping good. I really like the cosy feel to this place too ~ it's all odd tables & chairs, treacle tins holding sugar on the tables and books & board games for your pleasure too. I also like the subtle lighting and relaxed atmosphere. The last time I was in here they were playing some great music too ~ songs/bands I hadn't heard for ages so I was well happy. The only wee thing that is a bit miff-worthy is they do not have Wi-Fi. Boo. When I didn't have Wi-Fi set up in my new flat I thought 'I know, I'll go for a lovely coffee & cake in Artisan Roast & catch up on my emails,etc...' Well...that didn't happen. The lovely coffee & cake did but I then learnt they do not have Wi-Fi. Doh. Still, I could've gone to a cafe that did have Wi-Fi access but also sold mediocre coffee/cakes, so at least my belly was happy. I have still to buy their coffee to take away but I have purchased one of the cute reusable mug/cups they sell just because a) It looked so cute, b) you got a free cup of coffee with it and c) with a discount on your coffee every time you use it it was a brilliant excuse to come back and have a lovely and cheaper cup of coffee to go! Yas. Not just a hat rack my friend! Like Andrew C said; If you think Starbucks is a good cup of coffee then PLEASE try AR for a change, okay you may not like it/find their coffee tastes too much like real coffee BUT at least you can say you have tried it & it wasn't for you (so ner), but I think AR will pleasantly surprise you and instead of queueing for your single shot venti skinny latte with no foam(no fun) you will be partaking in an Artisan Roast coffee which will warm your cockles & make your brain buzz back to life. Who doesn't want that?! read more

First time here and find the dreaded "cash only no cards" as I order I'm not beating around the bush with this anymore, in this day and age no business should be a cash only. I am suspicious of this business plan..... Are they saving money on any card transactions or just under declaring their revenue to availed paying tax? Either way it's an inconvenience in modern society who want quick contactless transactions with their phones or bank cards. The place was busier than I expected, then I noticed it was generally full of students all studying or updating their Facebook status. Seems the little nooks agree with the unwashed masses to hide while burying their heads deep into their apple laptops, I'd have sworn this was Apple Store if I didn't know better! (after a trip to a cash point) I ordered a flat white and piece of cake and nabbed the last table downstairs Flat white was ok, mild tasting but not very warm. Cake was again pleasant with a cherry bakewell taste followed by a sharpness of the topped raspberries which cut through beautifully Nothing really blew me away, I didn't even have condiments on the table and had to ask for sugar from the neighbouring couple Decor is worn/antique/shabby style and is quite nice to be honest it works well in this space It's out the way for me so I can't see me rushing back soon Second visit 15 mins to get a flat white - used the bathroom, checked some emails, replied to said emails, twiddled my thumbs ...... Still no coffee The pace is just too slow for me, if your in no rush and want to spend an afternoon here then great..... If instead you want a 20min break from society with a quick coffee ..... Steer clear read more

On holiday from Canada. Came here for refreshment after record shopping nearby. Very impressed. More than the usual methods for coffee production.Wanted to try Chemex and the knowledgeable staff suggested a fruity Ethiopian bean. Smooth and delicious. Great baked goods too, I had a very moreish flapjack. Nice friendly atmosphere and quirky decor. Highly recommended, I will be back before I head home for sure. read more

Definitely a mixed bag. The coffee is superb (very strong) and if you like your coffee without milk you'll be fine. Ordering milk introduces you to the downside of the place: service. Invariably I have found the staff to be rude. Any milk added to coffee marks you out as a dilettante and this will be made clear. The staff frequently have more interest in talking among themselves rather than serving (or even looking) at customers. Probably best to get your (excellent) coffee and go. Nice cakes too, though. Cash only. read more

Should have brought my Marigolds... A Tuesday morning brioche was well overdue, so Artisan Roast here we come! In hindsight a half nine morning visit to sit in was a mistake. We must've just missed the 9am rush, but hit the 10am lecture stampede. But we joined the queue that awkwardly snaked around every inch of this tiny shop and ordered our brioche, scone and two coffees :-) We spotted a semi-clean table, In fact it was the only clean table and the reason why? Well, it was as stable as a wooden hammock. I felt a bit like cleaning the place up a bit and I did start, but a lack of space to dump the dirty stuff soon put a stop to that. They looked understaffed, but the two stalwarts seemed to take it in their stride providing a smiley outlook. Our order came quickly, but the thimble of milk that came with our coffees needed seriously quadrupling. They made up for the lack of milk with the 1/2 pound of butter and pint of rhubarb jam that came with the brioche and scone though. But it's a bit if a waste really and looking at the other dirty tables, there were slabs of butter and 'gallons' of jam waste everywhere :-( Tbh, the brioche isn't what it used to be, but the scone was top notch as is the coffee. But what really irked me was the surprise appearance of a third staff member from downstairs. However, instead of cleaning the place up he poured himself a coffee and went for a five minute fag break before disappeared downstairs again. F#&K! Sigh... read more

I'm not a coffee snob and all I know is that I like chocolatey/nutty flavoured coffee. After hearing so much about AR, I thought I'd check it out. My verdict? Not great. I made my order (they don't take card which is quite annoying) and was told they'd bring it to my table. I'm not really a fan of that because more often than not, your order will be forgotten. That's exactly what happened. Anyway, maybe 5 minutes later, I got my coffee. It came in a tiny glass. Like I say, I'm not into my coffee, so maybe that's normal? It was finished in a few minutes. It was only £1.80 so fair enough. Maybe this was a rookie mistake and I should have asked for a specific size, whatever, but I wasn't given the option. The coffee? It was alright. It was quite bitter, even though the barista told me their house blend had a chocolatey taste. Well. It didn't. I ordered a sandwich and cake too. Again, this would be taken to my table and my previous comment still stands. It will be forgotten. And it was! After asking where it was, twice, said sandwich and cake appeared 20 minutes later. If you are going to do table service, please do it properly - and by properly, I mean, bring the food to your customers within a reasonable time frame. As for the the clientele...give me strength. I had the misfortune of sitting behind a few history of art students (the place was heaving) who were yabbering on about how tough this year is and oh yeah I totally get you, I feel like I've had, like, noooo time to myself. No way, yeah, totally, like, I actually just want to quit right now. Oh my god, by the way, Tabitha told me she just luuuuhved my new coat and I was like, yeah I got it from Urban Outfitters, soooo expensive and I'm like living off bread for the rest of the month...you get the picture. I can't cope with the awful chat. I suggest headphones. No, I probably won't be back. It's probably the ideal place for people who like their coffee and have plenty of time to wait around, but I didn't. Not my kinda place. read more

While we were wandering through Glasgow (after a walk through the park), we happened to pass Artisan Roast. Now, I already knew I liked it because I had been to the one in Edinburgh, so I asked the other half if he would mind if I went and grabbed a cup (as I had yet to have decent coffee in Glasgow). The people there were friendly enough, and it had one of those hipster vibes to the place. I ordered a filter coffee (V-whatever it is) to go. While it was being made, I was chatting with the barista about the place. I commented on their over-sized scones (seriously, they're like the size of someone's head) and how I didn't think they were large enough. She laughed and we chatted some more. Unfortunately, my coffee barely filled the cup up 2/3 of the way. I'm not sure why they didn't pour more coffee in it. Plus the sugar was a bit strange as there was a spoon in it, but no way to stir it into my coffee. Anyway, I took it and left. It was alright. It was lacking something from the first time I had their coffee. I'm not sure what it was. Although it didn't stop me from getting some beans from their shop in Edinburgh before heading home. And as I'm drinking the coffee I made this morning (in a cafetiere), I remember why I love their coffee so much. Delicious. read more

Having recently moved to the area, this place was recommended as serving decent coffee. It has quite a quirky interior, which I liked but it is a bit cramped. I have a few gripes though that will probably make me walk the extra couple of metres to another place once I try a few, hence two stars. Firstly, having read the reviews here, I would have to agree that the coffee for some people will have quite a bitter taste. This is not an issue if having milk in your coffee or a latte but I had a macchiato and it was acrid and undrinkable and had to chuck it away. The other issue is that when you go into a coffee place, it's nice to be welcomed, service with a smile and so on. There is an older member of staff who seems to be the helm of things - not in any rush to serve you and an abrupt, stuck up, unfriendly manner. The comment on service seems to have been made by several other reviewers so I am comforted to know that I am not plucking this notion out of thin air. read more

Artisan Roast is a rather plush looking coffee house, sitting pretty in the middle of Gibson Street. I've passed it by scores of times but finally had my first time on Saturday. First time's can be hit or miss. It can take a while to feel comfortable, to really appreciate the experience. In fact, it takes a very special business to steal your heart instantly. Artisan Roast is that business. When you walk in, an aroma of coffee hits you, but not enough to give you a headache. It's like you can smell it brewing away in their big kitchen. They have just about every kind of bean imaginable, and offer the usual styles of coffee (mocha, latte etc etc). I got some briosch (spelling? Just realised I've never had to spell that word before). It was gorgeous. Also treated myself to a cake (if you don't love yourself who's gonna love you?) - a wee chocolate brownie, which could only be described as moist. I know I'm sounding as dirty as Jamie Oliver right now, but it was melt-in-the-mouth good. The barista's are a bunch of friendly lads, the grub is good, the layout is pretty cool (with additional seating upstairs), the vibe is cosy, hip comfort. They open late. AND, they have board games. Not enough places like this in Glasgow, it's my new fave! read more

I used to come here a lot when I first became interested in good coffee and really raved about the place. Now after learning quite a bit myself and visiting many other speciality coffee shops I feel Artisan is a massive let down. At one stage they were undoubtedly the best in Glasgow but times have moved on and this place hasn't. Although the shop may have some hipster charm on the surface it's really just a dirty den filled with old furniture. You'll still get a decent cappuccino and maybe a decent filter, so long as you don't mind waiting 20 mins, but really there is far better coffee to be had elsewhere. The last few espressos I've had from here have been completely undrinkable, massively sour and bitter at the same time. What really irks me in here though is the service. With the exception of 1 or 2 people who are incredibly friendly most of the staff are rude and uncaring. Several times I've had evil stares made at me because I was trying to place an order and interuptted a deep philosophical debate the baristas were having. Worst of all they tend to be pretentious and demeaning to people new to coffee who do not know what to order, for example I've seen people who try to order syrups being openly mocked in the past. This isn't acceptable under any circumstances but especially when the baristas aren't even that good at what they do. So skip this place and go to Avenue G or Pena, better service, food and coffee can be found there. read more

Arrghhh.... this is a difficult one to review as I accept my negative experience is a tiny bit my fault. I was in the west end and hungry and I'd seen them post up they had "Bakewell tart, vegan chocolate and chocolate cookies". Now, there is debate over the importance of the Oxford comma, and the lack of one here did cause some uncertainty with me as to whether just the chocolate [cake] was vegan or both the cake and the cookies. When I arrived in the cafe there were no signs up by the cakes to indicate any dietary info (unlike other popular vegan-friendly coffee shops/cafes in Glasgow I've had reviewed in the past...) so I checked with the server if the cookies and the cake were vegan and they said yes, so I ordered one of each. Then, I asked if their chickpea and sweet potato wrap was suitable for vegans, and was told it was but at over £4 for the wrap - plus a side salad I wasn't going to bother with because I wanted a takeaway - I decided not to bother. Then, I asked about the cream cheese bagel which was marked on the board as having a vegan option and was informed they use Toffuti cream cheese, and the bagels are massive, so I got one of those to take away too. I was only told when I went to pay and it had already been made up and toasted that it was £3.00 - 20p more than the £2.80 indicated on the board - for the vegan version, so that was a bit annoying as well. I left and ate the bagel, then decided to eat the cookie and leave the cake until later to share with my husband. The cookie tasted really, really buttery, but you can get great dairyfree butter alternatives so maybe they used this.... ? I felt a bit uneasy posting pictures on social media to show people their great vegan options I had myself sampled when I felt doubt, so I went back online to double check only to have confirmation that the cookies were not infact vegan. Now, if there had been signage, or the server had told me they were not vegan after me mentioning I was vegan about 5 times, then that would have been absolutely fine. Not everyone tells eating establishments they are vegan because they like to go out and hug trees - a lot of people start off dairyfree then go vegan, or say they're vegan in places for ease of eating something they know what make them ill, so it's likely that some people asking for vegan products could have an allergy or intolerance. I know miscommunications can happen, but there are several coffee houses which label items with dairyfree / wheatfree / glutenfree whatever-free symbols and this would be a sufficient memory aid for staff too, as well as giving reassurance to customers. I am thrilled they have vegan options but in that area there are a few places I know of where I can go for vegan cake, so would probably only go back if invited there by a friend or they had a special event on. read more

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When I ran my own coffee shop I had very regular guest beans on my second grinder. I would say that Artisan Roast was amongst the top 2-3 over nearly 3 years. So you might understand why I was so keen to check this branch out, which is one of a number, three or four of them now I think. So it was a minor mission to get to from my city centre hotel but I planned a day around the area and really enjoyed it. The cafe itself is on a fairly busy road with buses to and from the centre, tho I walked there from Papercup where I'd enjoyed breakfast! I was warmly welcomed and ordered a flat white. I found a weirdly rickety ex sewing table and seat up on the mezzanine area so I could watch the goings on. I was pretty happy up there tho the table really did seem to be a tad dangerous! It was probably late morning when I visited and maybe 6 people in. The coffee duly arrived and while good it didn't quite have the sense of the exceptional I'd experienced in my own shop. Same blend, Janzsoon, but maybe now using different beans. Certainly the same bang was there from the Sumatran beans, but had more of a lemon sourness to it. I did really enjoy it still and also liked the whole vibe of the place. It's a bit grubby, rickety and unorganised, but overall there was nothing to moan about other than my table! Well worth a visit. read more

I like coffee. I really like coffee. But I am a coffee snob. I have a cafetiere that lives in my desk drawer at work. My first job was in a delicatessen and I spent my weekends grinding coffee and mixing blends, I happily worked in this shop for 3 years. So when I say I enjoyed the coffee somewhere, I want whoever hears me say that to know just how much of a coffee snob I am. I really enjoyed my coffee. I'd never been here before and was meeting a friend who shares my feelings towards coffee so I went in feeling hopeful. I ordered an Aricha Woreda. An Ethopian brew meant to be enjoyed black. And I enjoyed it. I had two. I love the decor here, it's very relaxed and I could see myself spending an afternoon there with a good book. Two thumbs up! read more

I've had my ups and downs with Artisan Roast the past few years, but one thing always stays constant, the coffee is pretty awesome. I've never really had a sit in coffee here, almost always to go, but the area to seat does look a bit on the small side, and when it's busy you can be out of luck. The coffee itself is really tasty, the roast they use is very nice, and it's my favourite place for espresso. There is always a nice selection of cakes on offer, though I've never tried any. The main problem I have with Artisan Roast is the service. It's very varied depending on who serves you. Sometimes it's very friendly and quick service. Other times it can be pretty poor and slow. Overall this is a must visit if you love coffee. read more

I can't say I was very impressed by Artisan Roast. I went for an early lunch/brunch with a friend the other week. The atmosphere is very, very hipster-ish, with mismatched furniture and sparse decor, which I can definitely get on board with! My biggest problem is the service. The guys who worked there were incredibly aloof and uncommunicative, and didn't seem like they wanted to be there at all. The coffee was alright. I'm not a coffee connoisseur, so I cannot really judge. It was decent, that's all I can say! I also had a bagel with vegan cream cheese (because it intrigued me and I just had to try!) and jam, which was alright. Nothing special. I wish I had got the soup of the day, because it looked really nice. They apparently also have vegan cakes, but nothing was labelled so it was hard to tell, and either way I wasn't in a cake mood. So, will I come back to Artisan Roast? Probably not. There are so many other places that I like better - with better food and better service. read more

I have to say. The last couple times I got filtered coffee here (v60 and aeropress) it's been mostly water. Not sure what they're doing wrong but it tastes dreadful. Also kind of ridiculous they don't have wifi. I get it's good for conversation.. But this place would be nice to do work from. read more

For the snobby Australians who love coffee & warm cafe vibes. Flawless. Close to Kelvin Grove Park, Museum & Glasgow University. Friendly staff, nice music & cozy atmosphere. read more

Artisan Roast - Beautiful. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

De-lic-ious! Artisan Roast, the Glasgow edition, serves up fantastic coffees, delicious baked goods and gourmet sandwiches in a chillaxing cafe if you're sitting in you have a choice of seats watch the world go by from stools at the street-front windows, snuggle into a cosy couch in a corner, or head up to the mezzanine and watch the action from above. The music (not too loud or too quiet) helps to create a relaxing ambience. The staff here are welcoming, friendly and chatty but best of all, they really know their stuff. These guys don't just work in a coffee shop, the are professional Baristas, which means the coffee is sensational. Oh, Yes! My fllatwhite was perfect. Definitely worth the short walk from Kelvinbridge subway station, or down the road from Glasgow uni. read more